Temporary Payroll Officer

Clark; Carlow; Hybrid; EUR 29,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

Clark is recruiting for a Temporary Payroll Officer to join the payroll team of a large public-sector organisation based in Carlow. This role supports monthly payroll processing for a large workforce and pensioner population.

Hybrid working is available after initial training, with 3 days per week on-site. The ideal candidate has payroll experience, PAYE/PRSI knowledge, high-volume processing skills, strong Excel abilities, and a commitment to confidentiality.

Qualifications

• Experience in a busy payroll environment.
• Knowledge of payroll processes, PAYE and PRSI.
• Experience with high-volume payroll processing.
• Strong numerical and organisational skills with attention to detail.
• Good working knowledge of MS Excel, Word and Outlook.
• Confidentiality and data protection awareness.
• Ability to manage priorities and meet deadlines.
• Strong communication and professional query handling.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Payroll qualification such as IPASS would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Process high-volume monthly payroll accurately and within strict deadlines.
• Process and review payroll changes received from HR.
• Administer PAYE Modernisation requirements, including Revenue Payroll Notifications (RPNs).
• Process PAYE, PRSI, USC, ASC, pension and other deductions.
• Assist with pension auto-enrolment and related payroll administration.
• Respond to employee and pensioner payroll queries and resolve routine issues.
• Reconcile payroll reports and carry out accuracy checks before payroll is processed.
• Maintain accurate and confidential payroll records.
• Ensure payroll activities comply with relevant legislation, regulations and procedures.

Skills

Payroll experience

PAYE knowledge

High-volume payroll

Numerical skills

MS Excel

MS Word

MS Outlook

Data protection

Prioritization

Communication skills

Education

IPASS payroll qualification

Tools

Excel

Word

Outlook

Job description

Location: Carlow
Contract: Temporary, October 2026 to mid-February 2027
Salary: €31,922 per annum
Working Arrangement: Hybrid available following initial training, with 3 days per week on-site.

We are currently recruiting for a Temporary Payroll Officer to join the payroll team of a large public-sector organisation based in Carlow. This is a busy role supporting the processing of monthly payroll for a large workforce and pensioner population.
Key Responsibilities:

• Process high-volume monthly payroll accurately and within strict deadlines.
• Process and review payroll changes received from HR.
• Administer PAYE Modernisation requirements, including Revenue Payroll Notifications (RPNs).
• Process PAYE, PRSI, USC, ASC, pension and other approved deductions.
• Assist with pension auto-enrolment and related payroll administration.
• Respond to employee and pensioner payroll queries and resolve routine issues.
• Reconcile payroll reports and carry out accuracy checks before payroll is processed.
• Maintain accurate and confidential payroll records.
• Ensure payroll activities comply with relevant legislation, regulations and procedures.

The Ideal Candidate:

• Previous experience working in a busy payroll environment.
• Good knowledge of payroll processes, PAYE and PRSI.
• Experience of high-volume payroll processing.
• Strong numerical and organisational skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Good working knowledge of MS Excel, Word and Outlook.
• A high level of confidentiality and an understanding of data protection.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and work to strict deadlines.
• Strong communication skills and a professional approach to dealing with queries.
• Ability to work independently while also contributing effectively to a team.
• A payroll qualification such as IPASS would be an advantage but is not essential.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Payroll Administrator/Officer to secure a temporary role within a well-established organisation.

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